What are the best vegetarian foods to eat now that I am exercising?

What are the best exercise routines and which vegetarian food should I be eating? –Mitul

Beans, beans, beans….vegetables, vegetables, vegetables! You can work with an endless combination of flavors for hot and cold dishes. Add an assortment of fruits, grains and milk substitutes and meat analogs to make meals interesting. – Debbie J., MS, RD

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Debbie James is a registered dietitian. Any views or opinions presented in this article are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the opinions or recommendations of Fitness International, LLC.

Carbohydrates are the primary fuel source of choice for our bodies to supply us with energy. Fats are second. Proteins are the least effective fuel source of macronutrients. But they’re the most important in muscle recovery and repair AFTER exercise.